Through their study of Drama, we want all our students to become impressively creative, critically minded and knowledgeable.

#BeMoreKnowledgeable

Students engage with challenging texts such as Romeo and Juliet, Antigone, DNA and The Crucible. They learn about Commedia dell’arte, Stanislavski, Laben and Brecht. From a basic grounding in stagecraft and rehearsal methods in Year 7 to studying and practically experiencing the process of realising a play from ‘page to stage’ at Key Stage 4, students are given a thorough understanding of how Drama is produced.

Please click through for our Story of the JHGS Drama Curriculum.

#BeMoreInvolved

We offer a range of extra-curricular activities, including regular theatre trips, ESU performance competitions and Drama Club.

#BeMoreIndependent

Success in Drama requires a high degree of independence; the creation of theatre is a demanding and time-consuming process that, particularly at GCSE level, cannot purely be achieved during lesson time. One of the principle keys to success in Drama is the ability to work independently. 

#BeMoreAmbitious

Lessons use art and culture to bring literary texts and topics to life. There is debate and discussion to encourage oracy and a passionate engagement with language and ideas. Students are encouraged to investigate and research the areas of Drama that particularly interest them, and to allow this to inform their work.